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Question Asked:

"good afternoon. my name is Njideka. I have this fungus infection on my fingernails. it started on one finger but has spread to two other fingers on the same hand and one on the other hand. how can I treat it permanently as the cream (mycoten) am using only gives temporary relief. thank you. "

A 39 years year old female asked:

7 months ago

good afternoon. my name is Njideka. I have this fungus infection on my fingernails. it started on one finger but has spread to two other fingers on the same hand and one on the other hand. how can I treat it permanently as the cream (mycoten) am using only gives temporary relief. thank you.

Dr. Babalola I answered:

7 months ago

Good afternoon.
What you have described is a serious fungal infection that may not actually respond to a local antifungal cream.
Best thing would be for you to go to a hospital where you will be asked to do a liver function test before you can be commenced on systemic (oral) antifungal. This is important and that's what I would advise.
Cheers